Douglas (Arizona)
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Understand
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phone: +1 520-417-7344address: 345 16th StOffers a helpful map for walking tours.
Get in
Douglas is most easily reached by driving Highway 80 or Highway 191 south from I-10.
Get around
The town is pedestrian-friendly, and most sights and restaurants are within easy walking distance. There is no public transportation, so a car is needed to go further afield.
See
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phone: +1 520-364-6144address: 1139 N G AveOn the National Register of Historic Places, Ginger Rogers, Anna Pavlova, and John Philip Sousa all performed here. The theatre was closed in 1958, and after decades of neglect is undergoing a complete restoration. It is not yet open to the public, but the ornate facade can be appreciated from the outside.
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phone: +1 520-364-7370address: 1001 D AveA small museum displaying historic photographs and memorabilia from the area.
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phone: +1 520-364-2478address: E 10th St and Airport RdA small museum dedicated to the history of cross-border aviation in Douglas.
Do
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phone: +1 520-364-3819address: 3677 N Leslie Canyon RdHeld annually in late September. Attractions include animal exhibits, amusement rides, and rodeo events.
Buy
As a gateway to Mexico, many visitors walk across the border to Agua Prieta for the day, which has a number of curio and souvenir shops.
Eat
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Border Taco
phone: +1 520-364-6196address: 103 E 5th StA very popular Mexican fast-food restaurant, with good burritos, flautas, and caldos (soups). The service can be a little disorganized, but the food is worth the wait. -
phone: +1 520-364-1169address: 1046 G AveHotel restaurant operated by the local restaurateur Segovia family. For more details about the Gadsden Hotel, see listing below.
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Chatitas Mexican Restaurant
phone: +1 520-364-1144address: 301 E 10th StOne of the most popular Mexican restaurants in town. -
El Chef
phone: +1 520-364-5765address: 1057 11th StGood Mexican food, particularly popular for breakfast. -
Grand Café
phone: +1 520-364-2344address: 1119 G AveServes Sonoran Mexican cuisine. Service can sometimes be a bit spotty, but the food is usually very good. -
La Fiesta Café
phone: +1 520-805-0033address: 1844 E 10th StExcellent Mexican food, very friendly people. -
Spice Café
phone: +1 520-364-8434address: 1030 19th StSurprisingly authentic Indian food, particularly popular for breakfast and brunches. Can cook up vegetarian meals on request.
Groceries
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phone: +1 520-364-3431address: 1300 San Antonio AveHas a pharmacy and tortilleria.
Drink
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Saddle & Spur Tavern
phone: +1 520-364-4481address: 1046 G AveKnown for the assortment of cattle brands displayed on the walls. For a description of the hotel, see listing below.
Sleep
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phone: +1 520-364-4481address: 1046 G AveA National Historic site which in its heyday hosted the likes of John Wayne, Spencer Tracy, and Thornton Wilder. It is widely believed to be haunted by several ghosts, one of them headless. The mezzanine features a 42-foot long Tiffany stained glass mural as well as an Italian marble staircase, and has featured in several films.
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Travelers Motel
phone: +1 520-364-8434address: 1030 E 19th StAn older but well-maintained motel. Has an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi, as well as on-site restaurant.
Cope
Consulates
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phone: +1 520-364-3107address: 1201 F Ave
News
Douglas DispatchAlso available in print.
Medical clinic
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Southeast Arizona Medical Center
phone: +1 520-364-7931address: 2174 W Oak Ave